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Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Cologne Zoo

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Room amenity
Property amenity
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Tiefentalstrasse 72, Cologne, 51063
  • Place, Palladium
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Church of St. Johann Baptist
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cologne Cathedral
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Cologne (CGN-Cologne - Bonn)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Wheelchair)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - double
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (With Sofa Bed)

Room amenity

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (With Sofa Bed)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - double
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Room amenity

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Room amenity

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Cologne

At Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG you'll be 3.5 km (2.1 mi) from Cologne Zoo and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Claudius Therme. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and express check-in. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this Mülheim hotel, you'll be 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Cologne Cable Car and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Cologne Trade Fair Grounds.

What's nearby

  • Palladium - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Church of St. Johann Baptist - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Cologne Trade Fair Grounds - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • LANXESS Arena - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Cologne Cathedral - 10 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Cologne-Mülheim Station - 4 min drive
  • Muelheim Berliner Strasse U-Bahn - 9 min walk
  • Cologne - Bonn Airport (CGN) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gilden Brauhaus - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Büyük Harran Doy Doy - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Noah's Cantina & Catering - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Five Guys - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Cologne Zoo
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 2 meeting rooms available. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG. For a fee, parking is available.

This Cologne hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 107 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2002
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG offers 107 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (EUR 15 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2002
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 16 per pet, per day
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 49.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.35 per cent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: EUR 15.00 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 16 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 49.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard and cash. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Cologne Muelheim
Holiday Inn Express Cologne
Holiday Inn Express Cologne Muelheim
Holiday Inn Express Muelheim
Holiday Inn Express Muelheim Cologne
Holiday Inn Express Muelheim Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Muelheim Hotel Cologne
Holiday Inn Express Koln-Mulheim Hotel Cologne
Holiday Inn Express Cologne Muelheim Hotel
mülheim Holiday Inn
Holiday Inn Mulheim

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

As of 26 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG on 1 Jan 2026 start from NZ$157.32, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG has a self car park for EUR 15.00 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG is Blackfoot Beach (7.8 km).

Is Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is served daily between 6:30 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Holiday Inn Express Köln-Mülheim by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 389 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 461 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 103 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1002 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Bhupendra

Business traveller
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

would not stay there again

poor service by reception staff and house keeping the lift wasn't working and at my age to climb 5 floor was not easy as i suffer from Asma also the house keeping dint clean the coffee cups and dint leave fresh milk and coffee when i complained to the reception they brought it up with no apology reception was hardly covered so we could get any details on the lift breakfast was poor with orange watered down overall poor
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

THAYAPARAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An okay hotel

Little tricky to use the Google map to get the location. It is right next to a 24-hour McDonald which is nice since I checked in pretty late, i was able to get dinner. At check-in, no information was provided about breakfast. The elevator was broken and we had to carry our luggage upstairs. I saw a person with disabilities struggling to climb the stairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very average but satisfactory in everything. Staff was adequate but not super helpful. Hotel was further out of the city than I thought.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clear and tidy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tejashkumar

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

samet

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
they charge 3EURO for luggages to keep in luggage room. i never seen this before. also, when i need something from reception, they always going out for smoking. i never seen these guys at front desk.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Alem

Disliked: Cleanliness
The space was too tight for four people. Cleanliness was also not as we expected it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Herbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Just routine. Nice, clean, friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy, Spring

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel but out of the way

Comfortable,clean room. Helpful efficient staff. Excellent breakfast.Surprisingly quiet in view of the hotel’s position (and the time of year-Carnival). Our only complaint would be re position. This hotel is a little out of the way.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Young

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very small room, but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mee Yee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Mohamed

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service

No space during breakfast

Breakfast was packed had no space to seat
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Richard Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel and staff where great, Plenty of choice for breakfast which was included in our stay for free. If you're coming for the Christmas Markets be aware hotel is a 20min cab ride from them and city centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

manjit

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Short walk to tram stop, road gets noisy from 6am so don't plan to stay in. Bed is comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel location mentioned open the website is much further away from attractions and exhibition centre than suggested on the website
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

María Jose, Samborondon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service. Omer from front desk was really helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Over night stay

The room was a bit small for a family room, but as we were staying just one night it didn’t matter too much.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marie-Josee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024